By Ignacio R. Bunye On this 128th anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal’s martyrdom, we pause to remember and honor the sacrifices of a man whose love for his country and his people knew no bounds. Dr. Jose Rizal, our national hero, once declared: “Death does not matter if one dies for those one loves — …
OPINION
Brain rot in the AI age
By Herman M. Lagon Scrolling through your feed, you see it — quirky cat videos, snappy memes and nonsensical dance trends. Harmless fun, right? But hours pass, and you’re left wondering: Is my brain still in gear? Enter “brain rot,” Oxford’s 2024 Word of the Year, perfectly capturing the creeping fear that our digital habits …
Ano ang inaasahan ng Diyos sa mga tunay na mananampalataya?
By MELANIO LAZO MAURICIO, JR. Salamat sa Diyos sa Ngalan Niyang Jesus, Amen. Isa sa mga tanong na tila walang maliwanag na kasagutan kahit papaano pa itong pagbali-baligtarin ay ito: Ano ang nauna, ang itlog o ang manok? Nagbunga ang ganitong tanong ng maraming talakayan at, sa maraming pagkakataon, away sa mga tao na nakukuhang …
Habits that could be bad
By Dr. Joseph Lim There’s a dark side to healthy habits like drinking spring water, brushing after you eat, and even exercising: They could be damaging your pearly whites. Or just simply chewing on hard objects. Now, who among us is not guilty of chewing on ice? It seemed fun especially when we were all younger. …
Common man’s cry
By Herman M. Lagon Joey Ayala’s “Karaniwang Tao” is a rare and moving reminder of the hardships, resiliency and inherent dignity of the ordinary Filipino in a society too dominated by noise and distraction. Written with a simplicity that belies its complexity, this song captures the life of Juan or Juana de la Cruz — …
Social and political landscape of UP’s Lantern Parade
By Dennis Gorecho I have celebrated my birthday week inside the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman Campus several times, in most instances coinciding with the traditional Lantern Parade. The parade traverses the UP Academic Oval canopied by over a hundred years old sturdy acacia trees that are silent witnesses to the travails of the …
Let’s always be hopeful
By Fr. Roy Cimagala There are times when we have to wait, desist from acting at the moment, and hope for a better time that will surely come, although in ways that may not be according to our expectations. We are reminded of this act of prudence in that gospel parable about the good seed …
Unrealized potential in medical tourism
By Sonny Angara Filipino healthcare professionals have long been recognized for their capabilities and professionalism, and the outstanding quality of care they provide their patients. Whenever I travel overseas, be it in the United Kingdom, the United States or some other jurisdiction that employs a significant number of Filipino healthcare workers, the feedback I get …
Lessons learned from Marikina disqualification case?
By Ade S. Fajardo The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has canceled the certificate of candidacy filed by Marikina City Mayor Marcelino Teodoro who now aspires to be congressman representing the city’s first district. The poll body ruled that Teodoro misrepresented his place of residence when he said he has transferred his residence back to a …
Budget games exposed
By Herman M. Lagon The Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) has stirred up a storm of debates about its transparency, efficiency and intentions. What started as an initiative to aid struggling Filipinos has become a lightning rod for questions about governance and accountability. Beyond the numbers and headlines, AKAP reveals deeper truths about …